cirrhosis

Definition of cirrhosis

:widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (such as long-term alcohol abuse or hepatitis)

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Leo Dowthard IV, 39, of Kansas City is charged with endangering the health of the unnamed guard because Dowthard was diagnosed with hepatitis C, a chronic disease that can lead to cirrhosis and liver failure.

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Origin and Etymology of cirrhosis

New Latin, from Greek kirrhos orange-colored; akin to Old English hār gray — more at hoar

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cirrhosis

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Definition of cirrhosis

:widespread disruption of normal liver structure by fibrosis and the formation of regenerative nodules that is caused by any of various chronic progressive conditions affecting the liver (as long-term alcohol abuse or hepatitis) — see biliary cirrhosis